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Bhutan Trek

Bumthang Cultural Trek

Itinerary

This is a short and easy trek for those who want to experience the cultural aspects of Bhutan but also want to enjoy a little exercise in our beautiful natural environment.

Day 1: Arrive at Paro, clear immigration and customs, our team from Four Gateways Tours and Travel will meet as you exit the airport, and take you to the hotel.  Visit the National Museum of Bhutan and Paro Dzong. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Paro Valley. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Walk/hike to Tiger’s Nest, Taktshang Monastery. Lunch at Taktshang teahouse with its spectacular view of the famous monastery. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Morning drive to Punakha via the Dochu Pass, from where, on clear days, there is a great view of the Himalayas. Punakha and Wangdi valleys sightseeing in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Early morning drive to Bumthang. Midway lunch at Chendebji Chorten. Overnight at lodge.

Day 6: Bumthang valley sightseeing. Overnight at lodge.

Day 7: Trekking begins with 6 hour, 12 km walk between Bumthang and Ngang Lhakang, at a maximum altitude of about 2900m.

Day 8: Nagang Lhakang to Ugyen Choling, 7-8hrs 16 km walk at about the same altitude.

Day 9: Ugyen Choling to Jakar, our trek ends with a short 3 hour walk along the river. Overnight at lodge.

Day 10: Bumthang to Punakha. Lunch again at Chendebji Chorten. On route visit the Trongsa Dzong. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Morning drive to Thimphu Time for curio and souvenir shopping. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Sightseeing in Thimphu valley area, including Dzongs, monasteries, and nunnery. Evening drive to Paro. Farewell dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Drive to airport in time to check in for your early morning departure

bumthang cultural trek

1. Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Terms

• The approval of tourists VISA is contingent on the full payment of the tour
• Flight ticket payment is subject to the Ticketing Time Limit issued by the airlines


Tour Cancellation and Refund Policy

• 30 to 15 days prior to arrival - 20% of the total tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
• 14 to 7 days prior to arrival - 50% of the tour cost will be levied as cancellation fee
• Less than a week prior to arrival - 100% cancellation charge will be levied as cancellation fee


Flight Ticket Cancellation and Refund Policy

• Subject to the cancellation terms of the Airline


Rescheduling Tour Dates:

• There are no charges for rescheduling your trip. However the minimum daily tariff, hotel rates, airline charges are subject to change depending on your new travelling dates.

2. Cost inclusions in tour package:

1. Bhutan Visa fee USD $ 40

2. SDF (Sustainable Development Fees) &  Taxes
3. Visa process and E-permits arrangement as
per the mentioned itinerary
4. 3-star accommodations on twin/double sharing
basis or as per group size.
5. Breakfast, lunch and dinner
6. Guide service licensed by DoT
7. Comfortable transportation during the entire
journey (including airport pick and drop)
8. Monuments entrance fee
9. Bottled water

3. Cost exclusions:

✗ Flight Fares (domestic & internationals), we can organize your flights

✗ Additional/Extra room supplement and room upgrade charges.

✗ Bank charges for payment transfers. Card payment charges are higher than wire transfer.

✗Any alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages taken from the hotels/restaurants

✗ Personal expenses or shopping, phone calls, use business center in the hotels etc.

✗ Travel and health Insurance covering

✗ Gratuities to guides and drivers.

✗ Activities like (Cycling, River Rafting, Motor Biking, Horse Riding, Cultural Program etc.).

✗Anything which is not mentioned under inclusion are not included in the cost.